Bill H.127
188th (2013 - 2014)

An Act relative to proof of residency

Bill Title: An Act relative to proof of residency

By Messrs. Lyons of Andover and Lombardo of Billerica, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 127) of James J. Lyons, Jr., Marc T. Lombardo and Keiko M. Orrall relative to residency verification for people seeking taxpayer-funded individual benefits from the Commonwealth. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Section 1: The General Laws are hereby amended by inserting after chapter 117A the following new chapter:--

Chapter 117B

Residency Requirements for Public Benefits

Section 1. Self declaration of residency shall not be accepted as a valid form of residency verification for people seeking taxpayer-funded individual benefits from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. “.

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